Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Sony HX1

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm F500 EXR (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the Fujifilm F500 EXR (1/2") and HX1 (1/2.4") offer different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm F500 EXR was released 21 months later than the HX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Fujifilm F500 EXR being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Fujifilm F500 EXR grades versus the HX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix F500 EXR and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm F500 EXR Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm F500 EXR has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm F500 EXR vs Sony HX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm F500 EXR versus the HX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm F500 EXR and HX1 is 91 and 67 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm F500 EXR and HX1.

As you can see, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm F500 EXR due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh simpler and the Fujifilm F500 EXR will give you greater detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm F500 EXR provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.